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Coffee-Glazed Donuts

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Coffee-glazed donuts offer a delicious combination of fluffy donuts and a bold, rich coffee glaze, ideal for any coffee lover.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings 10 servings
Calories 230 kcal

Ingredients
  

For the Donuts:

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 cup sugar
  • 1 tbsp baking powder
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • 1/4 cup melted butter
  • 1 egg
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • Vegetable oil for frying

For the Coffee Glaze:

  • 1/4 cup brewed coffee cooled
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

Instructions
 

  • Prepare the dough: In a bowl, mix flour, sugar, baking powder, salt, and cinnamon. Add milk, butter, egg, and vanilla. Stir until smooth.
  • Roll out dough: On a floured surface, roll the dough to about 1/2-inch thickness.
  • Cut donuts: Use a donut cutter (or two different-sized cookie cutters) to cut the dough into donut shapes.
  • Heat oil: In a deep fryer or large pot, heat oil to 350°F (175°C).
  • Fry donuts: Fry donuts in batches for 1-2 minutes per side, until golden brown.
  • Make glaze: In a bowl, whisk together coffee, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth.
  • Glaze donuts: Dip warm donuts into the glaze, coating them thoroughly.
  • Cool: Let the donuts rest on a cooling rack for a few minutes before serving.

Notes

Nutritional Values (Per Serving)

  • Calories: 230 kcal
  • Total Fat: 11g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Carbohydrates: 31g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 2g

Vitamins and Minerals (Per Serving)

  • Vitamin A: 4%
  • Calcium: 2%
  • Iron: 6%
  • Vitamin B12: 2%
  • Magnesium: 3%

Additional Notes/Tips

  • For extra flavor: Add a pinch of espresso powder to the glaze for a deeper coffee kick.
  • Don’t over-fry: Keep an eye on the donuts to avoid overcooking. They should be golden, not brown.
  • Storage: These donuts are best enjoyed fresh, but you can store leftovers in an airtight container for 1-2 days.